Zimbabwe’s Tarzan Chawatama Marimo Celebrates His Birthday: Fans in Disbelief Over Snake Catcher’s Age
Zimbabweans were left in disbelief when they discovered the age of the country’s version of Tarzan, Chawatama Marimo.
Celebrating the Big 50
Marimo, known for his expertise as a snake catcher, recently took to Facebook to announce he had celebrated his 50th birthday.
In his post, Chawatama Marimo thanked everyone for their birthday wishes and mentioned plans for a party on a yet-to-be-disclosed date.
“Thank you for all the beautiful birthday wishes ❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥sorry for not replying was so busy 😂😂😂.. I really appreciate you guys .. Big 50 is here … I celebrate this day because many people that I grew up with are not here to celebrate with me .. Still havnt organized a party .. But it will happen .. Just in case you are asking me why ..Excuse me because it’s my birthday 🥳 🎊🎉🤪😂😂😂I won’t do it again promise,” he said.
Zimbabweans in Disbelief as Chawatama Marimo Celebrates His Birthday
On X (formerly Twitter), user @jahman_adamski expressed disbelief that Chawatama Marimo had turned half a century, noting how youthful he looked and joking that snake oils might be his secret to staying young.
“Chawatama turns 50 today, those snake oils seem to be working really well….bro looks 30,” @jahman_adamski captioned pictures of Chawatama Marimo.
In the comments section, Zimbabweans expressed their astonishment at Marimo’s youthful appearance, with many praising him for taking good care of himself. Here are some of the comments:
@killmonger04:
No way that guy 50 Jahman
@Gift88574510:
He has looked after himself well he looks younger than 50 some chaps mbanje, mutoriro & scuds have taken their toll 😂😂His love for snakes is intriguing he is brave not many would embark on this type of work Zimbabwe has some of the poisonous serpents and the appear everywhere.
@Chofamba:
What! He’s 50? No way! Happy birthday to the snake charmer! 😊
@drnmatara: